Description

The English Foxhound is a solid well-built animal, with stamina an essential ingredient in its development. English Foxhound is stouter and moves more slowly than his cousin the American Foxhound. English Foxhound is almost entirely used for hunting as he can work for several hours without a break on a variety of terrain.

Size of Male: Height: 23-27 inches Weight: 55-75 pounds

Size of Female: Height: 23-27 inches Weight: 55-75 pounds

Temperament

The English Foxhound is a very active, bold and passionate hunter. English Foxhound is responsive and obedient to his master, but training takes patience. English Foxhounds are friendly with people and excellent with children, but prefer to be in the company of other dogs and does quite well with other animals. The English Foxhound likes to bay. They are untiring, able to run for hours at a consistent speed, trotting along through brambles, marshes, and sunny countryside for five or six hours without stopping. Since the Foxhound uses up a great deal of energy in its youth, covering thousands of miles without respite, it is ready to be retired at the age of about seven or eight. The English Foxhound is a bit stockier and slower than the American Foxhound, but has a similar personality. This breed is still primarily a pack hunting dog, though show lines can make good companions if given sufficient exercise. It is recommended that if you are looking to own an English Foxhound solely as a pet, that you choose show lines, as field types are extremely active.

Living Conditions

English Foxhound are not recommended for apartment life. English Foxhounds are very active indoors and do best with acreage. So it is better if you have a huge yard for the Foxhound to run in or if you can commit to brining your dog for long walks and sprints daily, then this is the breed for you.

Upkeep

The English Foxhound is an easygoing dog that nonetheless needs plenty of exercise. English Foxhound is bred to run for miles, and it can make a good jogging companion on leash or a hiking companion in a safe area. English Foxhound can live outdoors in temperate climates as long as it has warm shelter and bedding and, preferably, another foxhound. The coat needs only occasional brushing to remove dead hair.

Health

Major concerns: none

Minor concerns: none

Life expectancy: 10 – 13 years